Dean J. Fleege, 65, of Dubuque, formerly of East Dubuque, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, with his family by his side.

A memorial mass will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2018 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dean Smith officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. There will be a memorial visitation after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Dean was born on October 8, 1952 in Dubuque, the son of Dorrance J. and Virginia (Graham) Fleege. He was a 1970 graduate of Wahlert High School and later received an honorary Associates degree from Loras College.

Dean was a man of strong faith. He had a friendly smile and greeting for everyone he met and considered everyone he met his friend. His last years were spent at Ecumenical Tower, where he made many friends.

Surviving are his siblings, Barb (Roger) Kramer and Madelyn Tranel, both of East Dubuque and Daniel (Kelly) Fleege of Dubuque, many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews; his sister-in-law, Nancy Fleege of Placentia, California.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorrance and Virginia; and two brothers, David and Donald.

The family would like to thank his Caregivers at Hawkeye Care Center, Hillcrest Mental Health, Dr. Mark Hermann, and the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, specifically, Edna, Jennie, Peggy and Suzanne.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com.©